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New Member ReneeRichardson was having a bad day 🙁 Nineveh, blood pressure high- 143/93. Advice on how to lower it??

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member asked a question 💭
Nineveh, IN

I have CHF w/hfeph (???) I hope that the right spelling of the acronym

January 6
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A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

I can relate, it took me and my doctor a year to get my pressure down. I'm on three BP pills now and sometimes it's still a little high. Keep working with your doctor and eventually they find the right combination ❤️

January 6
A MyHeartDiseaseTeam Member

Thank you so much. She increased my BP med today

January 6
MyHeartDiseaseTeam

How can you lower high blood pressure when you have heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF)?

First, it's great that you're monitoring your blood pressure! A reading of 143/93 is elevated, and managing it is important for your heart health, especially with CHF.

Your doctor may prescribe medications to help Show Full Answer

How can you lower high blood pressure when you have heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF)?

First, it's great that you're monitoring your blood pressure! A reading of 143/93 is elevated, and managing it is important for your heart health, especially with CHF.

Your doctor may prescribe medications to help control your blood pressure. Common options include:
* Diuretics (water pills)
* ACE inhibitors
* Angiotensin receptor blockers
* Calcium channel blockers

These medications can help reduce the workload on your heart and prevent your condition from worsening.

Beyond medications, lifestyle changes can make a real difference. Consider these heart-healthy habits:
* Eat a diet rich in fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein
* Choose foods low in sodium and saturated fat
* Exercise regularly (about 30 minutes a day, five days a week of moderate activity like brisk walking)
* Limit alcohol intake
* Get enough sleep
* Find ways to reduce and manage stress

Even lowering your systolic blood pressure by just 10 mm Hg could reduce your risk of heart failure complications by 28 percent.

A MyHeartDiseaseTeam member encouraged others: "Stick with that diet. It's tough at times but worth it."

Be sure to discuss your blood pressure readings with your doctor so they can adjust your treatment plan if needed. Regular monitoring helps ensure your treatment is working well.

January 6

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